It's been hard to do, but I've come to grips with the fact that blogging is just not as much of a priority as it's been in the past. Which is sad, since it's my way of journaling or documenting certain moments in our family's history and recording milestones for the boys. You would think that I would've done in Friday when I was in bed all day with a stomach virus but sleeping was the only thing I could think about. You would think I could get it done at night after the boys are in bed but there's usually more to do or it's my time to relax with Rob and unwind from the day. You would think I would do it during naptime but since P only naps a couple times a week now that idea doesn't work either. So, there you have it. I'll blog when I can and if it's been awhile then it could very well be a long blog and possibly rambling (most likely as today's will be) as I play catch up.
Our social life went from me trying endlessly to find stuff for us to do to keep the boys entertained to now having to say no to people because we are too busy. A problem I'm not complaining about in the least. A neighbor down the road has 3 boys close in age to our boys and a dog that Ruby loves so, when the weather is nice, we get together several times a week to play. Some ladies from church are SAHMs and have kids of various ages so we are starting to get together for play dates and picnics. We still get together with one of Rob's cousin when we can but that has gone from being a weekly event to about a once a month thing. With the weather being nice, we don't lack for things to do...especially with Easter a few days away. We've already done 2 egg hunts and need to find time to fit in a visit to the Easter Bunny.
OK, let me back up a couple weeks to fill you in on Easton. He had been so sick this Winter (as previously blogged about) so I was thrilled when I took him to his 15mo check up to not only find out he'd gained his weight back that he'd lost but also had added another 1.5lbs onto his little body. He's now in the 25th percentile for weight, 35th percentile for height and 50th for head (He's finally growing into his big head). As a mom I always thought I'd never be the kind to compare kids but it's so hard not to. At Easton's dr's apt I realized that P was much more advanced in walking and talking that Easton has been. P already knew quite a few animal sounds and words and parts of his body, where Easton lacks. As his mom, I know what some of his words are even if those around us don't. But, where Easton excels which P has been slower on, is motor skills. Easton already feeds himself with a spoon or fork and can throw a ball quite well. He also enjoys coloring, holding crayons better than his 4 yr old big brother does. Easton likes things organized and in its place, whereas P is fine putting things wherever it's convenient. P is a rule follower and cries when he's reprimanded. Easton is very defiant and will repeatedly do things even after being told no. I absolutely love and embrace their differences, knowing that that's what make them unique. And they compliment each other so well, making them best friends. It's been fun to watch them grow into a strong brotherly love, to watch the way Easton idolizes his big Bubba. I pray that they stay close throughout life, being each other's friend even during the curve balls that are thrown at them.
That's another thing that is about to keep us busy.....P is starting T-ball. His first practice was supposed to be last night but due to the unusually cold weather (WAHOO!) it got cancelled. I'm excited for him to start an organized sport but at the same time it makes me realize how fast he's growing up. He's registered for Kindergarten and will be starting in 4 short months. I can't even begin to imagine what life will be like for me and Easton with our buddy gone for a few hours each day. We're still trying to get him into a part time Kinder program because I adamantly disagree with full day Kinder (Another blog for another time). Him starting school may mean I go back to work part time, but time will tell.
If my photography business would pick up we wouldn't have to worry about me working a "desk job". But, between being a very busy SAHM and Rob's schedule, it's been hard to build up clientele. I'd love to take an editing course and buy a few more things that are much needed in my photography business. But without steady clients I can't justify the expenses at this time. One of these days, I pray that my dream comes true and that I can be the photographer I aspire to be, one that has too many clients to handle. Until that day comes, I will continue to build my knowledge base and soak in all that I can.
OK, here comes the rambling part because I don't really know where to fit this part in. Houses and memories. Each house I've ever lived in has come with memories and every house but 2 have been filled with more good memories than bad. Our first house together up in the Highlands is memorable to me because of its location (both good and bad). I felt like, once we got up the hill, we were in our own private world. I loved looking over the mountains and watching the mustangs roam through our yard. Although I hated our pendants windows during full moons and on the rare occasion I was trying to sleep in, I loved how bright and "airy" the house was. There were many things I loved and really miss about the "Lazy H Ranch"! The house we had in the valley is one of the 2 that has more bad memories than good ones. The 2 good ones is bringing Easton home from the hospital to that house and Christmas Day when we hosted some good friends that weren't driving to CA to spend Christmas with their families either. This house that we currently live in is already filled with fun memories and we've only been here 10 mos. I love that it's in a neighborhood where the neighbors congregate on the front yard and chat while the kids play. I love that we eat fresh fish a lot thanks to the pond across the street. I love Leo, our resident lizard that hangs out on our bathroom window on warm nights. I love the grassy backyard where the boys spend hours playing. So many fun memories at each place!
I'm sure there's more to blog about but at this moment in time I have more pressing things on my To Do list. Hopefully I'll "see" you again soon to fill you in on Easter pics, the Strawberry Fest, egg hunts and magic jelly beans. Until then, take care and enjoy this beautiful Wednesday......
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